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Cheapest round-trip
$694
Typical prices: $782-$1,032
Ethiopian Air
Mon 11/5Wed 11/21
FBM - NBO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$859
Typical prices: $892-$992
Kenya Airways
Tue 11/6Wed 11/21
FBM - NBO • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
1 day a week
You can fly direct with Kenya Airways. Average duration is 2h 30m
Direct flights
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 19% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg $815 (round-trip)
Ndola (NLA)
Shortest trip • 4h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi (FBM-NBO)

 

Cheap flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 21
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2:45 am - 1:10 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
9h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:25 pm - 1:05 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
8h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$694Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14
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2:45 am - 1:10 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
9h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:25 pm - 1:05 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
8h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$694Ethiopian Air
Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 29
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2:45 am - 1:10 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
9h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:25 pm - 1:05 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
8h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$694Ethiopian Air
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Jan 7
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2:45 am - 1:10 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
9h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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5:25 pm - 1:05 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
8h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$700Ethiopian Air
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
Kenya Airways Logo
2:40 pm - 7:45 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
4h 05m1 stop Ndola
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12:10 pm - 1:40 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
2h 30mnonstop
$856Kenya Airways
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 21
Kenya Airways Logo
2:40 pm - 7:45 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
4h 05mnonstop
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7:25 am - 10:35 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
4h 10mnonstop
$859Kenya Airways
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 21
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4:20 pm - 7:50 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
2h 30mnonstop
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7:25 am - 10:35 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
4h 10m1 stop Ndola
$883Kenya Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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2:40 pm - 7:45 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
4h 05m1 stop Ndola
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6:00 pm - 1:15 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
20h 15m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
$889Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 26
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2:45 pm - 3:30 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 45m1 stop Dar Es Salaam
Air Tanzania Logo
7:40 am - 1:55 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
7h 15m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Ndola
$917Air Tanzania
Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:45 am - 1:10 pmFBM  Lubumbashi Luano-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
9h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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7:40 am - 1:55 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-FBM Lubumbashi Luano
7h 15m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Ndola
$980Multiple Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport typically range from $782 to $1,032. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $694, on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport at $723 round-trip.
•April ($1,264) and January ($1,032) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$352
Beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

When to book flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi

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Your Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:30 am and lands at 2:00 pm
    • Latest: departs at 4:20 pm and lands at 6:50 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 30m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 2h 30m, covering 957 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport range from $782 to $1,032, with an average of $894 over the past 12 months. Anything below $782 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $815 round-trip via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), compared to $962 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by South African. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $694 to $2,400. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $850, which is 136% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autounion Car Rental
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Right Cars
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport usually depart from Lubumbashi Luano (FBM) and arrive at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 79% of one-stop connections
    • Ndola (NLA) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $779 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,032, a difference of $253.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Only Kenya Airways operates flights between Lubumbashi and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Flying via Ndola (NLA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 07m, compared with 9h 32m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 23h 12m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What is the time difference between Lubumbashi and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Lubumbashi (Eastern Africa Time vs Central Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Kenya Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $779, about $253 less than Wednesday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lubumbashi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip for August. Fares historically average $723 round-trip in that month - typically $541 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Addis Ababa Bole Airport (ADD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $815 round-trip on this route - about $147 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

    • Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport
    • Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport By IHG
    • Winstonia Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Lubumbashi to Nairobi?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Lubumbashi Luano Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Lubumbashi Luano to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Friday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Lubumbashi Luano

Wednesday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

Sunday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

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